Anyone who considers themselves inexperienced might feel better with these options. After all, you won’t need any complicated tools or excessive prep time. However, the design of the kit can be a little underwhelming. The jig neither has sufficient rubber padding nor has a clamp-up design. So your door is prone to scratches while using this if you aren’t careful enough. The DEWALT D180005 Hole Saw Kit does a decent job of ensuring a non-problematic user experience. After all, the 11 most common hole saws are inside this one kit. However, a lot of people have found that the hole saw does chip pretty easily. We haven’t experienced very significant wear and tear on it but if you were planning to use this on a series of doors, or industrially in a workshop, I’d say get a separate, sturdy hole saw that does the job. I liked the heavy-duty quality of the multiple spur and auger bits, as well. There’s no reason to believe that these components won’t last a long time. The strike locator certainly made my life easier, too, by improving the accuracy of this entire process.

IRWIN Door Lock Installation Kit for Wooden Doors (3111001) IRWIN Door Lock Installation Kit for Wooden Doors (3111001)

A hole saw is a cylinder with sharp teeth around its circumference that drills through the wood. It attaches to an ordinary power drill and is used for drilling larger holes than a standard drill bit can handle. You use this to cut through the wood at both sides of the doorframe, usually in conjunction with another drill bit. I found myself pleased with this kit’s versatility, as well. Its bi-metal hole saws are a good example because they work for both metal and wood surfaces. Due to this, the set has a broader application than many competitors. In all of these drills and kits, even separate dedicated drills, this is the one that gave us the fastest results. It drills through doors so fast, the entire work time gets reduced to almost half. Anti-Splinter Depth StopHonestly, it’s not something that I ever want to see on my finished door. I don’t think anyone reading this article would, either. Buying an option with a clamping mechanism would be a more ideal option. One aspect that I particularly appreciate is the compatibility of this kit with both wood and metal doors. Whether I'm working on interior doors made of wood or exterior doors made of metal, this kit has consistently delivered reliable results. While it might be on the slightly pricier side comparatively, this kit makes up for it with all its amazing features. The ToolShed is an authorised dealer of DeWalt tools. All products come with a full New Zealand manufacturers warranty. After that, you need to look at the design of the jig. In particular, you should make sure the jig has a solid clamp system to fasten it tightly to the door. Additionally, if the jig has rubber feet, it can avoid scratches to the door. Hole Saws

Door Lock Installation Kit for Wooden Doors (3111001) IRWIN Door Lock Installation Kit for Wooden Doors (3111001)

If you are just refurbishing the doors in your house the saw hole might be just the thing you need. Because let’s be honest. A hole saw isn’t the thing many of us have around. An easy access slot allows for easier installation, especially on doors with awkward angles or tight spaces where you might not be able to use a screwdriver. To save time, money, and effort, make sure the kit you choose comes with an easy access slot so you can use it for both standard and wider doors. Self-centering mechanism

DEWALT is known for providing top tier quality at an affordable price. This product adheres to that motto perfectly. You obviously don’t want your kit to break down on you after a few months of use. That is why it is extremely important to make sure any product you are buying will be durable enough. For that, you need to look at the build quality and the materials used. Firstly, there are two variations of this kit. One of them works on wooden doors only, and the other works on metal doors only. So while you don’t get a single kit that works on both types of doors, you do have the option of buying the one you need. One of the more difficult aspects of an installation kit is its assembly. Beginners can have a rough time installing the kit properly. But that problem isn’t present in this kit. It comes with a detailed setup guide. Following this will allow you to effortlessly assemble the kit. Moreover, the setup is very flexible according to your requirements and preferences. There are at least four different ways of setting this up, and the guide details all of them.

DEWALT D180004 Bi Metal Door Lock Installation Kit DEWALT D180004 Bi Metal Door Lock Installation Kit

Most kits are only made from flimsy plastic and people have the biggest complaints in terms of build quality. This one however uses a bi-material build and marries the carbon and plastic to create a much more durable installation kit. 4-Step Installation Process This is probably the second most affordable kit you will find that is worth using. It is priced moderately. It is not as cheap as the IRWIN one, but it is still pretty close. If you’re on a budget but don’t wanna go for something that is priced the lowest (we understand the hesitation) we recommend this one. Compatibility Variation It made finding the proper placement an uncomplicated process each time. In fact, the entire installation process was easy once I got the hang of it. The plastic template shows precisely where I needed to bore holes, which kept it fairly straightforward.The mounting plate is a piece of metal that screws onto the edge of your door. It’s used to mount the latch mechanism, and it typically comes in two pieces: one for the door jamb and another for the door itself. Striking plate The only issue with this kit is that you may have a hard time unscrewing the bit. That is an area Milwaukee could improve on. Despite it being known less compared to the other kits on the list, it still provides some really good features that you should keep an eye on. Both the jig and the hole saws are made of high quality reinforced steel. Thus, they are sturdy, efficient, and durable. Speaking of the hole saws, we need to talk about their precision as well. The carbide teeth really make the holes extremely accurate and efficient.